Abu Dhabi

Health & Environment

Eight Abu Dhabi facilities in Newsweek’s specialist hospitals’ list

Thu, 25 Dec 2025

Eight healthcare facilities in Abu Dhabi were featured in Newsweek’s Best Specialised Hospitals Middle East 2026 list, with five ranking among the region’s top 10 across multiple specialties. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi topped the Middle East rankings list.

Finance & Capital Market

ADX approves Waha Capital share buyback programme

Wed, 24 Dec 2025

Abu Dhabi-listed Waha Capital has announced that the proposed share buyback programme of up to 10% of its issued share capital has been approved by the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange following the go-ahead from shareholders at the General Assembly Meeting.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Abu Dhabi Airports partners with The Butterfly on inclusivity

Wed, 24 Dec 2025

Abu Dhabi Airports has announced a strategic partnership with The Butterfly, an organisation specialising in inclusion and accessibility solutions, to strengthen its human resources capabilities and enhance the guest experience for passengers of all abilities across its airport network.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

DCT Abu Dhabi enhances its travel industry e-learning programme

Tue, 23 Dec 2025

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi launched two new e-learning modules on its Experts Platform, covering the Official Abu Dhabi Pass and Ramadan. They equip travel professionals with insights to enhance planning, guest experiences, and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a year-round destination.

Energy, Oil & Gas Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Masdar to build SEA’s largest floating solar plant in Malaysia

Tue, 23 Dec 2025

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar has announced its first project in Malaysia, with the signing of a power purchase deal to build a 200MW floating solar plant in Pahang State. Once operational, the Chereh Dam facility will become the largest floating solar project in Southeast Asia.

Miscellaneous Motoring

Abu Dhabi to host Gran Turismo World Series 2026 opening event

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

For the first time in the Middle East, Abu Dhabi will host the Gran Turismo World Series 2026 opening event, scheduled for March 28 at the Space42 Arena. The landmark event will bring together the world’s top Gran Turismo drivers to compete in an elite live championship.

Construction & Real Estate

Taraf, Masdar City to launch 153-acre residential masterplan in Abu Dhabi

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Taraf, the real estate division of Yas Holding, and Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s pioneering sustainable urban district, are joining forces to develop Fay Hills, a 153-acre residential masterplan designed around sustainability, wellness, and human-centred living.

Construction & Real Estate

Emirates Stallions unit announces sell-out of Radisson Residences Phase 1

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Royal Development Holding, a premier real estate development firm and a subsidiary of Emirates Stallions Group, has announced the complete sell-out of Phase 1 of its recently launched Radisson-branded residential development in Abu Dhabi.

Construction & Real Estate

Modon inks $1.36bn contract for 735 Abu Dhabi villas

Fri, 19 Dec 2025

Modon has awarded the main construction contract for two of its residential developments on Hudayriyat Island: Nawayef East and Nawayef West. With a total value of AED5 billion ($1.36 billion), the contract is the largest awarded for residential projects in Abu Dhabi in 2025.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

ADGM strengthens global standing with new addition, $9 trillion in AUM

Thu, 18 Dec 2025

ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, is entering its second decade with strengthened momentum, as it announces the addition of 11 new major global financial institutions representing more than $9 trillion in assets under management.